72049225R10010: (USAID PNG/SI/Van) Development Outreach and Communications Specialist, FSN-11 (Cooperating Country National only)

Lead communications strategies and promote USAID's objectives in the Pacific.

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Application deadline 1 year ago: Friday 14 Feb 2025 at 12:00 UTC

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Overview

Lead communications strategies and promote USAID's objectives in the Pacific.

You have:

Experience in developing and implementing communications strategies.
Fluency in English and local languages relevant to the Pacific Islands.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Familiarity with USAID's mission and objectives in the Pacific region.

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The Development Outreach and Communications (DOC) Specialist is located in the Office of the USAID Representative for USAID Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu (USAID PNG/SI/VAN). The Specialist reports directly to the USAID Representative or his/her designee. The DOC Specialist supports the Office of the USAID Representative for USAID PNG/SI/VAN in the achievement of its objectives by overseeing the quality development and implementation of multi-channel, multi-format, and consistent public information communications and outreach (in local languages as well as English) to three Pacific partner countries: Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and Vanuatu as well as to American audiences. The DOC Specialist will adapt agency-wide communications priorities and messaging to Mission-specific audiences and stakeholders, and contribute Mission-generated information, data, stories, photos, and video to USAID headquarters and other United States government stakeholders. The ultimate goal of the DOC position is to promote a better understanding of, and sustained support for, USAID’s partnership with the people and governments of these three countries and the broader Pacific Region.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a successful communications campaign you've led?	This question assesses your hands-on experience in managing communications initiatives.	Provide details about the campaign's goals, execution, and results.
How do you ensure your communications resonate with diverse audiences?	The interviewer wants to understand your approach to audience analysis and cultural adaptation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you use to engage stakeholders effectively?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you incorporate feedback into your communication strategies?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges have you faced in previous communication roles, and how did you address them?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.